‘Inconceivable’ works continue in Grange against backdrop of public opposition
A Sligo Councillor says it’s inconceivable that footpath works continue in Grange against the backdrop of significant opposition from residents. The works have been funded under the Active Travel Scheme in the region of €50,000 and will see footpaths installed on the bridge and adjacent to the school. …
O’Donnell in action on opening day of World Athletics Championships
North Sligo Athletic Club’s Christopher O’Donnell (pictured) will anchor the Ireland 4 x 400 metres mixed relay quartet when the 2022 World Athletic Championships begin at Harvards Field in Oregon on Friday. O’Donnell, along with Sophie Becker, John Raftery and Rhasidat Adeleke run in the relay heats on Friday night…
Sligo Leitrim TD calls for more measures to deter aggravated burglaries
A Sligo Leitrim TD says tougher sentences for those found guilty of aggravated burglary will not deter those who engage in such crimes committing offences. Deputy Martin Kenny was commenting following two violent attacks in Carlow and Tyrone in recent weeks while locally Skreen farmer Tom Niland suffered a…
Appeal over criminal damage in Enniskillen
Police in Enniskillen are appealing for information in relation to criminal damage caused to machinery and outbuildings on a building site in the area of Drumgarrow Avenue. The damage is thought to have occurred on Wednesday 6th July 2022. If you believe you can assist police with their…
Major jobs boost for Donegal
There has been a jobs boost for Donegal – with 300 new roles being created at a regulatory solutions company. FinTrU, which specialises in compliance, risk and controls and operations, is to establish a new European hub in Letterkenny. The jobs will be made available over the next…
Garda appeal over missing teen from Ballina
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a teenager missing from Ballina. Charles McDonagh went missing from the town on Saturday, 2nd July 2022. The 17-year-old is described as being 5’8” in height with a slim build. He has brown hair and blue eyes.…
McGinty the hero as Sligo Rovers beat Bala 4-3 on penalties
Europa Conference League 1st qualifying round, 2nd leg Sligo Rovers 0 Bala Town 1 after extra-time Aggregate: 2-2 Rovers won 4-3 on penalties Ed McGinty was the hero at the Showgrounds as Sligo Rovers beat gallant Bala Town of Wales 4-3 on penalty kicks on Thursday night to book their…